Kelua - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kelua is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Nakrundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelua is 424312. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kelua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelua
According to the 2011 Census, Kelua village had a total population of 216 people, including 101 males and 115 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.14%, with male literacy at 27.85% and female literacy at 10.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 79 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Kelua
Kelua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kelua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kelua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kelua is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kelua
Where is Kelua located?
Kelua village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelua is Nakrundi.
What is the pincode of Kelua?
The pincode of Kelua is 766037.
What is the population of Kelua?
Kelua had a total population of 216, including 101 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Kelua?
Kelua had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelua was 19.14%. Male literacy was 27.85% and female literacy was 10.84%.